Controller

Children & Families of Iowa•Des Moines, IA

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About The Position

Under the general direction of the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller oversees daily accounting and business office operations, including financial reporting, payroll processing, grant accounting, and internal controls. The role supervises assigned business office staff, supports budgeting and audits, and ensures accurate financial records and compliance with applicable laws, contractual obligations, and agency policies. The Controller also supports general business office operations, coordinates the financial activities of grants, and assists with preparation of the agency budget. The position must maintain training requirements and other standards established by applicable licensing, accreditations, contracts, and agency guidelines.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree in a business-related field with an accounting emphasis, or equivalent agency experience that meets the position requirements.
Two years of experience in business office management, including supervisory experience.
Knowledge of and experience with business office-related computer systems.
Ability to use agency computer system software, including Microsoft Office products, to perform job functions.
Must maintain training requirements and other standards required by applicable licensing, accreditations, contracts, and agency guidelines.

Nice To Haves

CPA certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee general accounting functions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, expense reports, general ledger, and payroll, to support effective operations and regulatory compliance.
Oversee payroll processing to ensure accurate and timely payment and compliance with applicable laws and agency policies.
Prepare agency and foundation financials, including month-end foundation tasks.
Complete daily cash deposits and monitor agency cash flow.
Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules to support accurate reporting and safeguard assets.
Supervise assigned business office staff in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws, including interviewing, hiring, training, assigning and directing work, appraising performance, recognizing and disciplining employees and volunteers, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.
Assist with general business office operations, including contract management, company leased vehicles, supervision of the front desk customer support specialist, and preparation of 1099s and W2s.
Assist with the annual Agency and Foundation audits and coordinate or assist with specific program and grant audits as appropriate.
Conduct regular internal audits of business office entries and procedures to ensure processes are accurate and efficient.
Coordinate grant financial activities, including preparing grant billing, managing grant receivables, preparing grant budgets and amendments, tracking expenditures against budgets, and maintaining records for reporting compliance.
Assist in preparing the agency budget.